MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
63,074 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
Nearside Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)
Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
wiper washer switch broken but still works
How Reliable is the Lada Samara?
Based on 2,474 MOT tests across 717 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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J538 BUY is a 1991 Lada Samara in Red with a 1,288cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1991 Lada Samara models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 38,522 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
The most common reason a Lada Samara fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 344 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J538 BUY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Lada Samara typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 35 years old, this Lada Samara is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was J538 BUY registered?
J538 BUY is a 1991 Lada Samara, first registered on 1 August 1991.
Is J538 BUY safe to buy?
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